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Getting Around & Where to Stay
Updated March 2025Route Planner
Airport Transfers
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Public Transport
Tickets
Rome: single EUR 1.50 (100 min), day pass EUR 7, 3-day EUR 18. Milan: single EUR 2.20, day pass EUR 7.60.
Roma Pass — tourist transport card for unlimited rides and discounts.
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app~Metered, ~EUR 10-15 city rides
Works in Rome, Milan, Turin. Hails licensed taxis via app.
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app~Metered, official taxi rates
Italy's largest taxi app. Covers most cities.
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rideshare~Similar to taxi prices
Only UberBlack (licensed drivers) in Rome and Milan.
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traditional~EUR 3.50 start + EUR 1.10/km
White cars with 'TAXI' sign. Hail at taxi stands or call by phone.
Intercity Travel
High-speed train (Frecciarossa)
Trenitalia
Rome-Florence 1.5h, Rome-Venice 3.5h, Rome-Naples 1h
Book ticketsHigh-speed train (Italo)
Italo
Often cheaper than Trenitalia, modern trains, similar routes
Book ticketsRegional trains
Trenitalia Regionale
Slower but cheap. Good for short trips and small towns.
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Generator Venice
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On Giudecca island, stunning views across to San Marco
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Tips for Getting Around Italy
Italy’s high-speed rail network is one of the best ways to travel between major cities. Book early on Trenitalia or Italo for “Super Economy” fares that can be 60-70% cheaper than last-minute tickets.
Buying Metro Tickets
In Rome, buy tickets at tabacchi shops (look for the big “T” sign) or at metro station machines. Validate your ticket when boarding buses and trams. In Milan, use the ATM Milano app to buy digital tickets directly on your phone.
Money-Saving Transport Tips
- The Roma Pass includes unlimited public transport plus museum entries
- In Venice, a 3-day ACTV pass (EUR 40) is worth it if you plan to use vaporetti
- Trenitalia’s “CartaFreccia” loyalty program earns points toward free tickets
- Regional trains don’t require seat reservations and are much cheaper for short trips